What is more inspiring than a 96 year old Woman whose smile still lights up a room? Nancy has lives a wonderful life. She was a dietician and a substitute teacher. After that she traveled the world. Spending time with her reminded me to live life the the fullest. Her home was covered in art from her travels and photos of her family. I am especially grateful for the opportunity to meet this absolutely wonderful person and to include her in the Heart and Soul project.

Thank you to Crystal of The Voice of Your Black Cincinnati for connecting me to Nancy.

Coming September 2020, ‘Heart and Soul’ is a photo installation project that was created to elevate the voices of some of Cincinnati’s amazing Black Womxn. Commisioned by Artworks and funded by FotoFocus I worked with 8 youth apprentices to make mini murals created with painted photos that will be wheat pasted on Black Owned businesses around Cincinnati.